Steve Kotok
@ktok33.bsky.social
Associate professor in educational leadership. Arm chair foreign policy and sports analyst. My views are my own but they are pretty pretty good.
Let's get this straight. Instead of investigating actual people incriminated in the Epstein files, we have Jim Jordan (credibly alleged sexual assault protector at Ohio State) grilling a women Hillary Clinton on capital hill. You can't make this ish up. Do your job, congress!
February 6, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Let's get this straight. Instead of investigating actual people incriminated in the Epstein files, we have Jim Jordan (credibly alleged sexual assault protector at Ohio State) grilling a women Hillary Clinton on capital hill. You can't make this ish up. Do your job, congress!
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My UTK colleagues in teacher education are searching for an endowed associate/full professor who is a nationally recognized scholar and mentor of students and junior faculty. Apply by April 1!
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February 2, 2026 at 1:43 PM
My UTK colleagues in teacher education are searching for an endowed associate/full professor who is a nationally recognized scholar and mentor of students and junior faculty. Apply by April 1!
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If Don Lemon is a criminal for disrupting a house of worship, shouldn't ICE be in violation too?
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Religious Groups Sue Trump-Vance Administration Over Immigration Raids at Houses of Worship
Diverse Communities Say Policy Violates Religious Freedom and Threatens Congregants Boston, MA — A large coalition of faith groups filed a lawsuit today against the U.S.
democracyforward.org
January 30, 2026 at 6:04 PM
If Don Lemon is a criminal for disrupting a house of worship, shouldn't ICE be in violation too?
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Dear Social Media- It is actually possible to deplore Hamas/Oct7 and the Islamic Republic of Iran while also rejecting the actions of Israel amongst civilians and it is possible to want violent criminals to be locked up or deported without supporting ICE kidnapping children and shooting civilians.
January 28, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Dear Social Media- It is actually possible to deplore Hamas/Oct7 and the Islamic Republic of Iran while also rejecting the actions of Israel amongst civilians and it is possible to want violent criminals to be locked up or deported without supporting ICE kidnapping children and shooting civilians.
Happy Seattle won but a Hail Mary would have been fun
January 26, 2026 at 2:53 AM
Happy Seattle won but a Hail Mary would have been fun
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Jimmy Kimmel offers to let Trump have one of his trophies if he will pull ICE out of Minneapolis.
January 16, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Jimmy Kimmel offers to let Trump have one of his trophies if he will pull ICE out of Minneapolis.
Another profile in courage from Josh Hawley in not voting for Congress to exercise their constitutionally granted checks and balances.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:49 AM
Another profile in courage from Josh Hawley in not voting for Congress to exercise their constitutionally granted checks and balances.
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"Argentina's done it. Russia's done it. Turkey's done it. Venezuela's done it. And Zimbabwe's done it. It's a thing that tin pot dictators do... right before starting a hyperinflation and destroying their own economies."
January 12, 2026 at 10:56 PM
"Argentina's done it. Russia's done it. Turkey's done it. Venezuela's done it. And Zimbabwe's done it. It's a thing that tin pot dictators do... right before starting a hyperinflation and destroying their own economies."
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“The Oglala Sioux Tribe is seeking answers after four enrolled members were detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis.”
www.newsweek.com/ice-detains-...
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ICE detains and holds four Native Americans, tribal leader says
Oglala Sioux Tribe demands action after ICE detains four members in Minneapolis. Tribal attorneys work to confirm identities and secure release.
www.newsweek.com
January 10, 2026 at 8:39 AM
“The Oglala Sioux Tribe is seeking answers after four enrolled members were detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis.”
www.newsweek.com/ice-detains-...
www.newsweek.com/ice-detains-...
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"Ohio" (1971) - written by Neil Young in reaction to the Kent State shootings of May 4, 1970. Performed by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. 🗃️
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Ohio - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (Music And Song Courtesy:Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young)
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January 7, 2026 at 8:15 PM
"Ohio" (1971) - written by Neil Young in reaction to the Kent State shootings of May 4, 1970. Performed by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. 🗃️
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MN_9...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MN_9...
Humble brag of the day. I can't believe anybody would ever want to read and cite my research but here I am reaching 1500 citations. Got to celebrate the small success in academia
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December 19, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Humble brag of the day. I can't believe anybody would ever want to read and cite my research but here I am reaching 1500 citations. Got to celebrate the small success in academia
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Today at 12:30pm!
Event: Detroit Data Forum: Education
Welcome to our Data Forum where we will discuss the education system, how data is tracked, and how data can be used to improve student outcomes. We’ll be joined by the Jeremy Singer, GO DATA Commissioner, Stacey Brockman of WSU's Education Leadership and Policy…
Welcome to our Data Forum where we will discuss the education system, how data is tracked, and how data can be used to improve student outcomes. We’ll be joined by the Jeremy Singer, GO DATA Commissioner, Stacey Brockman of WSU's Education Leadership and Policy…
Event: Detroit Data Forum: Education
Welcome to our Data Forum where we will discuss the education system, how data is tracked, and how data can be used to improve student outcomes. We’ll be joined by the Jeremy Singer, GO DATA Commissioner, Stacey Brockman of WSU's Education Leadership and Policy studies program, and Titus Scott from the Skillman Foundation. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow data enthusiasts and expand your knowledge. WHEN: Friday, December 19th, 12:30-1:30pm WHERE: Virtual WHAT: Join us for our Data Forum where we will discuss education data and uses. RSVP: Zoom
detroitography.com
December 19, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Today at 12:30pm!
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"The woman, a U.S. citizen who was born in Edina Minnesota, was zip-tied when she was detained near Nicollet Mall..."
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December 8, 2025 at 6:48 PM
"The woman, a U.S. citizen who was born in Edina Minnesota, was zip-tied when she was detained near Nicollet Mall..."
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"We all want to support civic education and patriotism and those things. But to make sure that we’re using a balanced and evidence-based curriculum that presents factual, inclusive accounts,” she said. www.nj.com/education/20...
December 4, 2025 at 6:48 PM
"We all want to support civic education and patriotism and those things. But to make sure that we’re using a balanced and evidence-based curriculum that presents factual, inclusive accounts,” she said. www.nj.com/education/20...
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Detroit mayor-elect Sheffield is hiring an education liaison!
“The Education Liaison advises the Mayor on all issues related to K–12 education, early childhood, youth development, and school-community partnerships.”
www.risehigherdetroit.com/jobs
“The Education Liaison advises the Mayor on all issues related to K–12 education, early childhood, youth development, and school-community partnerships.”
www.risehigherdetroit.com/jobs
Job Opportunities | Join Detroit's Future Today — Rise Higher Detroit
Explore job opportunities with Rise Higher Detroit and contribute to the city's future. Join our team and help shape Detroit's next chapter.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Detroit mayor-elect Sheffield is hiring an education liaison!
“The Education Liaison advises the Mayor on all issues related to K–12 education, early childhood, youth development, and school-community partnerships.”
www.risehigherdetroit.com/jobs
“The Education Liaison advises the Mayor on all issues related to K–12 education, early childhood, youth development, and school-community partnerships.”
www.risehigherdetroit.com/jobs
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It is finally here! Go time! Please come out and support UNL faculty, students, and staff. Say NO to department cuts!
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Go Time! - The Bugeater
With the NU Board of Regents meeting on Friday, December 5th, this week is the final exam of AAUP organizing. The boss battle, if you will. Whatever metaphor you use, it is time to step up and show up...
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November 30, 2025 at 7:25 PM
It is finally here! Go time! Please come out and support UNL faculty, students, and staff. Say NO to department cuts!
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You really never know when you need a retired sculpture professor and a former kindergarten teacher 🤷🏻♀️
Looking forward to our Jazz Funeral for UNL on Wednesday
Looking forward to our Jazz Funeral for UNL on Wednesday
November 29, 2025 at 11:51 PM
You really never know when you need a retired sculpture professor and a former kindergarten teacher 🤷🏻♀️
Looking forward to our Jazz Funeral for UNL on Wednesday
Looking forward to our Jazz Funeral for UNL on Wednesday
Introduce yourself with 5 concerts you’ve seen
Beastie boys
Prince
Allman Brothers
Stevie Wonder
Gangstar
Beastie boys
Prince
Allman Brothers
Stevie Wonder
Gangstar
Introduce yourself with 5 concerts you’ve seen
Prince (2x)
U2 (Zoo TV)
N.W.A. (1990)
Stereloab (3x)
Radiohead (2x + Atoms for Peace and The Smile)
Prince (2x)
U2 (Zoo TV)
N.W.A. (1990)
Stereloab (3x)
Radiohead (2x + Atoms for Peace and The Smile)
Introduce yourself with 5 concerts you’ve seen
Ozzy & Metallica
SRV & Joe Cocker
Iron Maiden & Yngwie
Jazzfest
U2
Ozzy & Metallica
SRV & Joe Cocker
Iron Maiden & Yngwie
Jazzfest
U2
November 28, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Introduce yourself with 5 concerts you’ve seen
Beastie boys
Prince
Allman Brothers
Stevie Wonder
Gangstar
Beastie boys
Prince
Allman Brothers
Stevie Wonder
Gangstar
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ICE DETAINED MARILYN. Fuck these people. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
‘Northern Exposure’ actor gave ICE agents in Redmond her tribal ID. They called it ‘fake,’ she says
Indigenous actor Elaine Miles of "Northern Exposure" was detained by ICE at a Redmond bus stop. When she showed them her Tribal ID, they told her it was fake.
www.seattletimes.com
November 27, 2025 at 4:35 PM
ICE DETAINED MARILYN. Fuck these people. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
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sharing my most recent data/model driven thoughts on state school finance systems: schoolfinance101.com/2025/11/24/i...
ICYMI: Reforming New Jersey School Funding in 2026
Mark Weber’s Summary Post at NJPP Full Report Summary Report Finds New Jersey Must Recalibrate School Funding Formula to Meet Modern Educational Needs Miami, FL — A comprehensive new study co…
schoolfinance101.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:11 PM
sharing my most recent data/model driven thoughts on state school finance systems: schoolfinance101.com/2025/11/24/i...
@fareedzakaria.bsky.social rails against blue state funding and no results. Clearly issues but so much success- universal prek in nyc saves parents 1-2k a month. Cali higher ed best system in world. Nj, mass, Connecticut k12 education on par with Japan and Singapore.
November 16, 2025 at 3:36 PM
@fareedzakaria.bsky.social rails against blue state funding and no results. Clearly issues but so much success- universal prek in nyc saves parents 1-2k a month. Cali higher ed best system in world. Nj, mass, Connecticut k12 education on par with Japan and Singapore.
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I hope future generations recognize how quickly and strangely the contours of what counts as a political scandal changed for this president.
O'DONNELL: Why did you pardon Changpeng Zhao?
TRUMP: Are you ready? I don't know who he is
O'DONNELL: His crypto exchange Binance helped facilitate a $2b purchase of World Liberty Financial's stablecoin. And they you pardoned him.
TRUMP: Here's the thing -- I know nothing about it
TRUMP: Are you ready? I don't know who he is
O'DONNELL: His crypto exchange Binance helped facilitate a $2b purchase of World Liberty Financial's stablecoin. And they you pardoned him.
TRUMP: Here's the thing -- I know nothing about it
November 3, 2025 at 1:37 AM
I hope future generations recognize how quickly and strangely the contours of what counts as a political scandal changed for this president.
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In a completely predictable shift...
Policymakers supporting #SchoolVouchers have now decided that taxpayer-funded religious education is only for religions they like. www.tampabay.com/news/educati...
Policymakers supporting #SchoolVouchers have now decided that taxpayer-funded religious education is only for religions they like. www.tampabay.com/news/educati...
Florida officials eye vouchers to schools accused of teaching Sharia law
A roundup of Florida education news from around the state
www.tampabay.com
October 29, 2025 at 1:46 PM
In a completely predictable shift...
Policymakers supporting #SchoolVouchers have now decided that taxpayer-funded religious education is only for religions they like. www.tampabay.com/news/educati...
Policymakers supporting #SchoolVouchers have now decided that taxpayer-funded religious education is only for religions they like. www.tampabay.com/news/educati...
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Fifteen million are about to lose health care. Premiums are set to double. Housing & child care are outrageously expensive.
Meanwhile, Trump’s priorities are demolishing the White House, bailing out Argentina & now threatening war with Venezuela.
What happened to America First?
Meanwhile, Trump’s priorities are demolishing the White House, bailing out Argentina & now threatening war with Venezuela.
What happened to America First?
October 24, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Fifteen million are about to lose health care. Premiums are set to double. Housing & child care are outrageously expensive.
Meanwhile, Trump’s priorities are demolishing the White House, bailing out Argentina & now threatening war with Venezuela.
What happened to America First?
Meanwhile, Trump’s priorities are demolishing the White House, bailing out Argentina & now threatening war with Venezuela.
What happened to America First?
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Q: “Most hospitals + people who will lose insurance are in rural areas. If Trump & Republicans are so intent on sticking it to their own voters, why not let them?”
@aoc.bsky.social : “That’s the difference between us & Trump. I don’t care if you voted for me, I want you to have health care.”
@aoc.bsky.social : “That’s the difference between us & Trump. I don’t care if you voted for me, I want you to have health care.”
October 16, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Q: “Most hospitals + people who will lose insurance are in rural areas. If Trump & Republicans are so intent on sticking it to their own voters, why not let them?”
@aoc.bsky.social : “That’s the difference between us & Trump. I don’t care if you voted for me, I want you to have health care.”
@aoc.bsky.social : “That’s the difference between us & Trump. I don’t care if you voted for me, I want you to have health care.”